2014 GMC Terrain Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 297 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,252miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the body and structure of the 2014 GMC Terrain, 2% of the 297 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,252 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The powered lift gate raised all the way up (as requested), then dropped unexpectedly on my wife's back and head then raised again then dropped and latched. The powered lift gate repeats this upon every request to open and will not remain open, making the rear cargo area basically useless. The lift gate is very heavy and could possibly injure someone when dropping down unexpectedly. The vehicle was parked in our garage upon the first time and the vehicle has been parked each time the lift gate was requested to open.”
NHTSA complaint #11252214, filed 2019-08, 80,000 miles“Purchased a 2014 Gmc Terrain certified from a dealer and it had visible rust on drivers side rear passenger door hem. It was taken to abra auto body shop and worked on 3 times with the rust coming right back through only after 7 days. It was seamed and sealed for a final time and the auto body shop even admitted it will not stop the rust and recommends a new door shell. How can a car only 2 yrs 10 months old have this bad of rust? Other 3 doors have very light spots and front end fender panels as well. Husband also purchased a 2013 Terrain and it has same issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10924028, filed 2016-11, 67,503 miles“The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that the was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil; however, there were no oil leaks evident. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who informed the contact that the frame near the rear wheel on the driver's side was completely rusted. The mechanic stated that the vehicle was not safe to drive. The vehicle was not diagnosed for the oil consumption failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11661246, filed 2025-05, 71,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Gmc Terrain. When the tailgate was ajar, it independently closed. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the liftgate struts failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 22,000. Updated 12/21/16 the consumer has since traded the vehicle. Updated 12/22/16.”
NHTSA complaint #10906975, filed 2016-09, 22,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11014171Jan 31, 2025This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11009764Sep 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10239124Jun 30, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 6% |
| 2025 | 1 | 8% |
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2020 | 5 | 3% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 3 | 1% |
| 2017 | 7 | 5% |
| 2016 | 3 | 2% |
| 2015 | 14 | 5% |
| 2014 | 5 | 2% |
| 2013 | 14 | 4% |
| 2012 | 12 | 3% |
| 2011 | 11 | 3% |
| 2010 | 10 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2014 GMC Terrain
123 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
89 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
33 complaintsElectrical system
31 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsOther or unknown
16 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
8 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsSteering
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 GMC Terrain
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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